How Much Encap Solution Should I be Using?

1. The wet-pass/dry-pass method works great for encap cleaninging with the Cimex.
2. Make a quick wet-pass followed by a slower "mostly" dry-pass with the Cimex.

The dual wet-pass / dry-pass method will provide you with even coverage. You're only looking to apply a light coat of detergent solution to the carpet. Try to avoid over-wetting the carpet.

• On the wet-pass you can hold the solution trigger wide open. Walk at a rapid speed with the Cimex on your wet-pass.
• On the dry-pass you can tap the trigger occasionally. Walk at a slow speed with the Cimex on your dry-pass.

Solution-feed machines: Aim to be in the range of 300 sq ft per gallon of RTU with a Cimex (or a rotary machine with shampoo tank).

Solution-spray applications: With an OP (orbital) or CRB (cylindrical brush) machine, you should reach closer to 500 sq ft per gallon of RTU.

Heavy Soil Areas: Where the carpet is heavily soiled, make an extra dry-pass or two. Making extra dry-passes increases the agitation. You shouldn’t need to add more than a touch of detergent as you make your extra dry-passes. More is not better with encap. Less is best. Even on filthy carpet. Extra agitation produces better results than adding more solution/wetness to the carpet.

Another technique for heavily soiled carpet is to use Encap-Punch as a pre-spray. It loosens the grunge and encapsulates the soil. Encap-Punch is compatible with Releasit's encap polymer, and works in tandem with Encap-Clean DS2

It's easy to control the solution flow. With a little practice you'll quickly become an encap pro! Don't use too much. Stretch out your solution as far as you can. A little goes a long way. Releasit is cost-effective and profitable to work with.

You just want to achieve a smooth even flow that covers the carpet without over-wetting the carpet. This video explains the process.